Loaded Potato Soup
Loaded Potato Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining creamy textures with savory flavors. This rich soup features tender russet potatoes, smoky bacon, and sharp cheddar cheese, all topped with fresh chives. Perfect for chilly evenings or cozy gatherings, each bowl promises warmth and satisfaction that will leave everyone wanting more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs russet potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup cooked bacon bits
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- ¼ cup chives or green onions, finely chopped
- Sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat and sauté the onion until translucent (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in diced potatoes and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender (15-20 minutes).
- Mash the potatoes in the pot and stir in heavy cream until smooth.
- Season with salt and pepper. Mix in bacon bits and half of the cheddar cheese until melted.
- Serve hot, garnished with remaining cheese, chives or green onions, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: For added texture, reserve some potato chunks before mashing. Swap regular potatoes for sweet potatoes or add spinach for a nutritious twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.